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Christmas: Don’t blame constitution, politicians, police for Nigeria’s problems – Bishop Kukah
The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has urged Christians to stop attributing Nigeria’s challenges to the Constitution, judiciary, police, or other public officials. Delivering his Christmas message on Wednesday, Kukah reminded Christians in Nigeria of their role as the light of the world. “I appeal to Christians not to forget that we are the light of the world, the city on the hill that cannot be hidden. Christians must not allow the structural…
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You’re lucky I have a lot to lose’ – Burna Boy reacts to Speed Darlington’s release
Nigerian singer Burna Boy has addressed the release of Speed Darlington from police custody. Darlington, who was rearrested on November 27, had previously mocked Burna Boy over his ties with embattled American rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, who is facing serious allegations. Reacting on his Instagram story, Burna Boy stated that his critics are fortunate he has much at stake; otherwise, many of them “would no longer be around.” “When they talk nobody cares, but it’s…
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My friend with 5 Rolls Royce now use Honda due to fuel price hike – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu shared how the increase in fuel prices impacted one of his friends. According to Tinubu, the friend, who previously owned five Rolls Royce cars, had to switch to a Honda Accord due to the rising cost of fuel. He revealed this during a presidential media chat at his residence in Lagos State. According to Tinubu: “My friend used to have about five Rolls-Royces; the other day I saw him in his Honda;…
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Afe Babalola: ‘I’ve never lied against anybody’ – Farotimi insists after meeting bail conditions
Activist lawyer Dele Farotimi on Tuesday reaffirmed the allegations he made against Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Afe Babalola in his controversial book, Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System. Farotimi emphasized that he has never lied about anyone, asserting that his statements about others are always truthful. He made this declaration while speaking to journalists after being released from the Ekiti State Correctional Centre upon meeting his bail conditions. Farotimi said, “It is not ever…
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Have mercy on Nigerians – Pastor Giwa begs Tinubu, cautions politicians over December palliatives
The Senior Pastor of The Second Coming of Christ’s Ministry, Adewale Giwa, on Tuesday, called on President Bola Tinubu to show compassion toward Nigerians. Giwa noted that Nigerians had high hopes for a better life under Tinubu’s leadership, given his accomplishments prior to his victory in the 2023 presidential election. He made these remarks during a live broadcast on Glow 99.1 FM in Akure, Ondo State. According to Pastor Giwa: “With the subsidy they removed…
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BREAKING: Christmas: Tinubu to address Nigerians today on first media chat
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to address Nigerians at 9 p.m. on Monday in anticipation of the Christmas celebrations. This was revealed in a statement by the president’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, who noted that the address will mark Tinubu’s first presidential media chat. “The first presidential media chat with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be broadcast at 9 pm on Monday, December 23, on the Nigerian Television Authority and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria. “All…
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Tax reform bills: North is an asset, not liability to Nigeria – Ndume
Borno South Senator Ali Ndume has expressed strong opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills, citing concerns about their timing and impact on low- and middle-income Nigerians already burdened by economic policies. While the legislation aims to revamp Nigeria’s tax collection system, introduce exemptions for small businesses, and adjust the VAT revenue-sharing formula, Ndume argues that the reforms disproportionately target vulnerable groups and fail to address regional economic imbalances. Ndume emphasized that the…
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NNPC reduces petrol price to N965/litre in Abuja
NNPC Limited has lowered the pump price of petrol at its retail outlets in Abuja to N965 per litre, down from N1,030 per litre. A visit to NNPC outlets in the Central Area and Nyanya suburb of the capital confirmed that the new prices are now in effect. This is the second price reduction by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company in two weeks, following an earlier
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Speed Darlington released on bail – Lawyer
Controversial rapper Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington or Akpi, has been granted bail by the Nigeria Police Force. His lawyer, Stanley Alieke, confirmed the news on Instagram, stating, “Akpi has been granted bail by the court.” Darlington was arrested on November 27 while performing in Owerri, Imo State, allegedly due to his public accusations against Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy. His legal team claimed that Burna Boy orchestrated the arrest in retaliation for Darlington’s…
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“I hope you aren’t one of those women who lets herself go after having a baby?” – Woman recalls what her ex said when she was pregnant with their first child, says she has maintained same weight after four kids
An Australian woman, Angie Jones, has shared a memory of her ex-husband’s alleged remark during her pregnancy with their first child. She revealed that he subtly warned her not to gain weight after giving birth.
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Tinubu cancels Lagos events over stampede deaths in Abuja, Anambra
President Bola Tinubu canceled all his official Christmas holiday events in Lagos on Saturday in response to fatal stampedes in Abuja and Anambra State that claimed multiple lives. In Abuja, about ten people died, and several others were hospitalized after a stampede at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama. In Anambra State, at least 20 residents of the Okija community lost their lives during a rice distribution event. Expressing condolences to the victims’ families through his…
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I was offered performance-enhancing drugs at Chelsea – Mikel Obi
Former Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi, has revealed that he was once offered performance-enhancing drugs during his time at Chelsea. He shared this insight in response to Chelsea player Mykhailo Mudryk’s failed drugs test earlier this week, which led to his provisional suspension by the Football Association. Following the suspension, Mudryk issued a statement asserting his innocence, stating he had “not done anything wrong.” Reacting to the situation on the Obi One Podcast, Mikel emphasized…
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